Alex Hargreaves, a security consultant, is a hero during an Islamic terrorist attack on a South East Asian, luxury, island resort, but is desperate to avoid the fame that follows, and back in Sydney, Australia, does all he can to hide from the media. In Belfast, a former IRA officer still seethes with hatred for a man who, at Christmas 1990, drove a UDA death squad into Catholic Belfast—and would dearly love to find his hiding place. A suspenseful story weaves between events in 1990 and th...

This is where the dreams areor the nightmares. Snapdragon is a narrative poem, accompanied by the authors original artwork, satirising modern lifes preoccupation with self and self-image through the tale of a deluded, comical dragon. The dragons foolish dreams echo the narcissistic preoccupations of many modern nations. Snapdragon is followed by Analog, a vision of a dystopian world, and a number of other poems in a hard-hitting, bleak yet comical voice.

Based on a two-year research project funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), this book explores why many of those involved in racially motivated crime seem to be struggling to cope with economic, cultural and emotional losses in their own lives. Drawing on in-depth biographical interviews with perpetrators of racist crimes and focus group discussions with ordinary people living in the same communities, the book explores why it is that some people, and not others, feel in...

《紐約時報》、《今日美國》、亞馬遜書店暢銷書《區塊勢》創辦人許明恩審定全球最佳新創投資人、科技創業家克里斯．狄克森分析區塊鏈如何影響每個人，並重塑網際網路的未來克里斯．狄克森是深具影響力的科技創業家暨新創投資人，他不只是a16z的合夥人，更創辦a16z crypto，專門投資加密貨幣與區塊鏈科技，引領資產成長將近25倍，榮登《富比士》雜誌全球最佳創投業者Midas List 榜首，是科技業盛名遠播的意見領袖。現今的網際網路已嚴重背離最初的分散、民主願景，落入蘋果、Google與臉書等少數科技巨頭的控制，不再孕育創新、連結與自由的精神。狄克森是科技夢想家，他認為想要翻轉控制、推動革新並非不可能，區塊鏈網路正是 我們的希望。在這本書中，他將25年堅實的產業經驗，凝鍊成條理清晰、充滿遠見的...

What Really Matters invites you to discover what the Bible says about faith, hope, and love—and why these vital concepts are significant to your relationships with God and others. This 365-day devotional collection includes a combination of Scripture, engaging stories, and compelling quotes to encourage you in your daily walk with the Lord.You'll find life-changing truths in this treasury of wisdom from the writers of Our Daily Bread—truths that will encourage you...

Sara has exams to study for, but too much is going on! A girl from her school is dead, something is strange about her boyfriend Luke, and her friend Carlie is keeping secrets. Is it all connected? Sara tries to find out what’s happening. She’s a top student at school, but she’s going to have to break a few rules if she’s going to learn what’s happened to Luke. Can she solve the mystery before it’s too late?

As an aspiring or seasoned writer, do you feel like you aren't making headway, stumbling on what to write next, or wondering if you're even on the right path? Are you unable to find the motivation to charge up your computer and put your fingers on the keyboard after that last rejection?Between the pages of What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers, 100 highly accomplished authors share their time, energy, and knowledge to pay it forward and inspire other writers, experienced or a...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A potent exploration of the power of blockchains to reshape the future of the internet—and how that affects us all—from influential technology entrepreneur and startup investor Chris Dixon“A must for anyone who wants to better understand the real potential of blockchains and web3.”—Robert Iger, CEO, Disney“A compelling vision of where the internet should go and how to get there.”—Sam Altman, co-f...

Billy Dixon triggered the most celebrated shot in the history of the West at the Battle of Adobe Walls in 1874. A few months later, while serving as an army scout, Billy earned a Medal of Honor during an even more desperate engagement, as one of six men battling for their lives against a band of 125 warriors at the Buffalo Wallow Fight. Both of these actions took place in the Texas Panhandle, where Dixon became an icon of heroism.Billy ran away to the West during boyhood, eagerly s...

This book will help experienced practitioners, newly qualified social workers and students alike to prepare for supervision. Guidelines, examples of good and bad practice and checklists make this book a useful tool for understanding what supervision means.

A potent exploration of the power of blockchains to reshape the future of the internet—and how that affects us all—from influential technology entrepreneur and startup investor Chris Dixon“A must for anyone who wants to better understand the real potential of blockchains and web3.”—Robert Iger, CEO, Disney“A compelling vision of where the internet should go and how to get there.”—Sam Altman, CEO, OpenAIThe internet ...

You take care of everyone else. Let God take care of you.When the needs of others overwhelm, restore your soul through these meditations on God's love and peace. This year of brief devotions creates an oasis in each day, reminding you of the God who wants to carry your concerns. Readings cover topics such as stress, worry, and busyness, while they pay tribute to moms and the joys of motherhood. The book's handy size allows you to carry it with you, keep it in your c...